why the disparity between knowledge and results?

[benkahuna]

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Why, in your opinion can literally hundreds of thousands of players buy proven how to poker books and not translate the knowledge into consistent cash results?

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1. Incorrectly applied knowledge.
2. Reading the wrong books.
3. Variance (it takes very long term to be assured of winning with strong play--read Gambling Theory and Other Topics)
4. Discomfort in situations leading to tactical mistakes (such as used to online play, but playing live, distractions, etc.)
5. There are often topics not covered in books that people need to know and understand. Many sites have different trends and playing styles at the same limits. Books often have a more cookie-cutter approach to a game that doesn't adjust for playing styles. Those that do a good job of discussing adjustments to different playing styles are often difficult to apply and it may take time to assess the game one is in.

[roueful]

A poker book is like a cookbook, it's got directions, it's not too complex, most people can do it, but you have to pay attention and have some idea what you're doing.

Otherwise you end up with a flat poker souffle.